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Kettlemans Bagel Open 9th Store in Toronto
Kettlemans Bagel, renowned for its authentic Montreal bagels, sandwiches and house-made schmears, announced the grand opening of its 9th store, on December 6, located at 40 Eglinton Avenue East in Toronto as a part of Kettlemans’ commitment to providing bagel lovers with a taste of Montreal’s finest. A soft opening is planned for December 5. […]
Zaxby’s Announces Midwest Expansion
Zaxby’s announced the expansion of its presence in the Midwest with the opening of three new locations under the leadership of new franchise owner Manish Malhotra. The new restaurants are set to open in Vincennes, Indiana; Henderson, Kentucky; and Madisonville, Kentucky. With this development, Zaxby’s surpasses the milestone of 930 locations, continuing its upward trajectory […]
Caribou Coffee Opens in Florida for First Time
Caribou Coffee, a global premium coffeehouse and Panera Brands company, announced the opening of its first Florida location. Owned and operated by Wake Up 727 under the leadership of Michelle Mathis, the coffeehouse opened on Friday, November 24 in St. Petersburg, and is the first of many locations that Caribou Coffee intends to open in […]
Wienerschnitzel Opens Two Stores in Chile and Ecuador
Wienerschnitzel, the world’s largest hot dog franchise, has officially taken its fan-favorite hot dogs down south for the winter. The iconic 60-year legacy brand has marked its international presence with the opening of two South American locations situated in Chile and Ecuador. The restaurants open on December 9 and 10. These initial locations will be the first of more than two dozen Wienerschnitzel […]
Biscuitville Reflects on Successful 2023
Biscuitville Fresh Southern is celebrating a successful 2023, marked by regional and national award recognitions, the brand’s expansion into South Carolina, growth in North Carolina and Virginia and a continued commitment to Fresh Southern excellence. Cementing its status as the breakfast of choice, Biscuitville won top honors in two separate categories of the prestigious USA […]
Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls Opens in Fernandina Beach, Florida
Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls, the fast-casual franchise known for authentic New England-style lobster rolls made with wild caught Maine lobster, opened its 28th location on November 18 in historic downtown Fernandina Beach on Amelia Island, Florida. This newest location marks the company’s sixth Florida location and 28th U.S. location. Lobster rolls have grown in popularity […]